Overview
Job Summary
As a Class A CDL Driver, Crane Certified with National Trench Safety, you will be required to deliver and pick up trench-related shoring to and from customer job sites safely, timely, and efficiently. This position will require a truck-mounted crane. This position will adhere to all safety policies and procedures directed by DOT, FMCSR, and National Trench Safety. This is a safety sensitive role that requires compliance with the company's drug and alcohol policy and adherence to all safety regulations and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate company vehicles in a safe, efficient, and professional manner.
- Comply with all DOT regulations related to the safe operation of your vehicle, including completing vehicle inspections at the beginning and end of each shift and reporting any identified vehicle issues.
- Keep accurate electronic driver HOS logs.
- Maintain current driver and crane credentials as required.
- Comply with pre-employment, routine, and random drug and alcohol testing requests.
- Secure loads in strict compliance with DOT and company policies.
- Report all accidents involving the driver or equipment to the branch management.
- Deliver and pick up shoring and plates to and from job sites; multiple loads per day.
- Occasionally load and unload the truck and trailer on the customer’s job site.
- Occasionally assemble and disassemble shoring on job sites.
- Ensure all delivery documents are properly maintained and turned in as required.
- Apply knowledge of driving skills in maneuvering at various speeds in difficult locations, heavy traffic, inclement weather, mountainous terrain, or tight loading dock areas.
- Maintain open communication with the branch for delivery schedules and promptly report problems related to deliveries.
- Adhere to all customers’ safety requirements while at customer job sites.
- May assist with yard operations, clean and prepare areas to eliminate possible hazards, and perform other responsibilities as assigned.
- May provide training assistance to customers by answering general questions regarding the safe operation of shoring equipment.
- Record and report any damage to NTS rental equipment identified by the driver during the pickup process to the branch management, Inside Sales, and customer.
- Be available to customers’ needs, including occasional after-hours emergencies, as needed by the branch from time to time.
- Keep the vehicle clean and up to date on maintenance.
Knowledge and Skills
- Ability to secure loads safely.
- Excellent verbal and written communication to enhance relationships with customers.
- A positive attitude and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Quick learner, attention to detail, and ability to accept directions and coaching.
Qualifications
- A minimum of two years of direct experience driving vehicles that require a Class A Commercial Driver's License is preferred.
- Current Class A Commercial Driver's License issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Valid Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with FMCSR 49 CFR 391.41-391.49.
- Crane Certification from NCCCO - National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators preferred.
- Ability to obtain forklift certification as required.
Benefits
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match and immediate vesting.
- Team Ownership Program (TOP) grants an annual stock award to every active full-time employee. TOP is unique for a privately held company but is offered to show how much we value our employees.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
- Basic and voluntary life and disability insurance.
- Paid Time Off that is either awarded or begins to accrue on the first pay period.
- 8 paid holidays.
- Birthday and Work Anniversary holidays after one year of service.
- Incentive bonus plans.
- Educational assistance.
About Us
At National Trench Safety we specialize in the rental and sale of excavation safety products. NTS is proud of our reputation for supplying the highest quality trench, safety equipment, and rental fleet while providing an unparalleled level of service. We equip job sites with everything from a barricade to complete site-specific trench shoring plan as well as the equipment required to execute the plan.
About our Team
At National Trench Safety (NTS), our team of employees is our most valuable asset and one of our customers’ greatest resources. NTS was built around a team of experienced industry professionals, and as NTS continues to grow we continue to attract talented individuals. The NTS team contains some of the industry’s most respected and recognized trench safety veterans. NTS is a customer service-focused organization, which is reflected in the company’s culture and commitment to its customers.
NTS is an equal opportunity employer M / F / D / V. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.